Visit Maui: Manoli's Pizza Company

While on Maui we ordered pick-up from Manoli's Pizza Company so we could eat in the comfort of our suite.

Homemade Garlic Bread

The Homemade Garlic Bread was unsliced (unlike the photo on the online menu), which I thought was odd and inconvenient, but it was very garlicky!

Raging Bull Meat

The Raging Bull Meat pizza came topped with Italian sausage, pepperoni, ham, bacon, mozzarella & pomodoro sauce. The crust was thin and crispy, and the toppings were plentiful.

Pizza is always a good idea!  

Manoli's Pizza Company

100 Wailea Ike Dr

Wailea, HI 96753
 

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Visit Maui: Makana Market + Cafe

For quick and casual eats while at Fairmont Kea Lani, stop in at Makana Market + Cafe!

We stopped in to grab dinner and dessert one night from the Cafe.

Ahi Poke Bowl

Muffalata Panini

I had the Muffalata Panini, which was delicious!  It came with an olive tapendate, pepeproncini, salami, mortadella, and Provolone.  It was very filling (I ate the other half the next day) - I just wish it came with fries!

Turkey Pesto Panini

Pepperoni Pizza

Paniolo Burger

They also offer cookies and Lappert's Ice Cream to satisfy your sweet tooth.

The scoops of ice cream were generous, and the cookies were enormous!

The Market has all sorts of snacks and drinks that you can buy.  They even have toys, souvenirs, accessories, and more!  

Makana Market & Cafe is very convenient!
 

Makana Market + Cafe

Fairmont Kea Lani

4100 Wailea Alanui Drive Wailea

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Visit Maui: Kea Lani Restaurant Breakfast Buffet

Kea Lani Restaurant offers a great breakfast buffet that left everyone in our family happy and full during our recent stay at the Fairmont Kea Lani.  We were hosted to breakfast each morning we were there, and had a bounty of delicious options to choose from at the Breakfast Buffet ($59pp++ ages 13 and up).  

Each day I went straight to the Omelet Station, where not only did they have omelets with a number of filling options, but they also had their signature Maui Moco, as well as Steak and Onions!

Of course there were plenty of typical breakfast options, like fruits, eggs, sausage, bacon, toast, bagels, oatmeal, parfaits, and lots of pastries!

You could even opt for eggs Benedict, potatoes, or salmon!

There was also a poke station, cheese and charcuterie, and salad station!

There were also many Asian dishes to choose from, like shrimp or kim chee fried rice, dumplings, miso soup, bao buns, and yakisoba noodles. 

There was even a little section for kiddos with mini muffins, pancakes, French toast, and waffles!

My fave buffet option was the Maui Moco - you must get it!  The braised short ribs are so tender and it's truly comfort food in a bowl.

My kids loved the pastries - there were so many varieties!  

The buffet also comes with coffee, tea, milk, or juice.

I felt like the buffet options have gotten only better from previous visits, and the new al fresco dining area creates an even better ambiance (gone are the colorful lasers to scare away the birds - the birds still do come, but they didn't seem as pervasive as before).

Saturday was way busier than Sunday, and we happened to get the same server both mornings, and she was always very friendly.  

We loved starting our days at the Breakfast Buffet at Kea Lani Restaurant!

Kea Lani Restaurant

Fairmont Kea Lani

4100 Wailea Alanui Drive
Wailea 96753

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Visit Maui: Olivine

The Grand Wailea recently went through a revamp, and the former Bistro Molokini is now Olivine - a lovely Italian-inspired restaurant, which a bunch of us were fortunate to have visited as Media.

Crispy Squash Blossoms

The Crispy Squash Blossoms were my fave dish.  Stuffed with burrata, and served with a mac nut pesto, local Grand Wailea hot honey, and honeycomb - the squash blossoms were perfectly fried, and the burrata so creamy.  It was such a fabulous combinations of textures and flavors.  

Warm Marinated Olives

The Warm Marinated Olives - such a simple dish, but so flavorful - were my next fave.  Marinated in Maui Olive Oil, local citrus, garlic, and star anise - these olives were addicting!

Classic Hummus

Grilled Italian Salad

Blue Ocean Oysters

Wagyu Beef & Malama Pork Meatballs

Grilled Shrimp Pasta

I was already full off of the food we were served, but last to the table were the meatballs and pasta.

The meatballs were huge and seasoned well, but I just couldn't stop eating the pasta, even though I didn't think I could eat any more!

The handmade strozzapreti made by Maui business Sale Pepe, really held the pesto nicely.  

I love the new concept and vibe at this Grand Wailea restaurant.

Olivine is a great option for Italian food in Wailea!

Olivine

Grand Wailea
3850 Wailea Alanui Dr

Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-1234

 

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Aloha Maui Day Trip: Chef's Table at The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea

The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea is a must-visit if you're looking for exceptional food in a luxurious setting.

During our Aloha Maui Day Trip, we were treated to a fabulous Chef's Table Experience by Chef de Cuisine Zach Sato.

We indulged in fabulous starters in the beautiful kitchen!

Ahi Poke Cracker

Smoked Kona Kampachi

Kalua Pork Croquette

Torched Ahi

A5 Wagyu Gyoza

If you're a fan of Senia, you'll find some of Chris Kajioka's popular dishes on the menu (he is The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea's Executive Chef), such as the Ahi Poke Cracker, Torched Ahi, Kalua Pork Croquette, and Smoked Kona Kampachi (all of which were amazing!!).

We returned to the main dining room for the rest of our meal.

Charred Tako

 The Charred Tako was such a beautiful dish!

Truffle Risotto

The Truffle Risotto is my favorite dish at The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea.  Even though we spent the entire day eating on Maui, I almost single-handedly finished the risotto. 

Pickled Kamuela Beets

Tamimi Farms Tomatoes

I loved the beets and tomatoes.  They were light enough, but still full of flavor.  Chef Zach turned local produce into dishes that were not only gorgeous, but so delicious as well!

Miso Chocolate Cake

Pavlova

And of course, there is always room for dessert.  The Miso Chocolate Cake is a must!

Thank you Chef Zach for another amazing meal!

The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea
555 Kaukahi St
Wailea, HI 96753

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